HOUSTON, Texas -- Thailand, a male Asian elephant, is one of the Houston Zoo's oldest residents. This summer, he celebrated a milestone birthday - he turned 60 years old! "He's a very significant part ...

HOUSTON, Texas -- A young boy battling leukemia has formed a special connection with animals also facing health issues. "His relationship with the animals and with his mom has really, honestly, helped ...

Houston Zoo guests are now able to see the zoo's newest addition, a baby Baird's tapir born in late July. The baby, who has not yet been named, joined the mixed-species habitat exhibit Monday, ...

The Houston Zoo celebrated by highlighting the unique bonds between some of its animal residents, from elephants to eagles. At the McNair Asian elephant bull yard, a surprising friendship has ...